AU Senior Accountant

Join Our Professional Community: Forge Connections, Shape Futures, Together, Powering Businesses Worldwide Are you ready to be part of a professional community that powers businesses globally to save, grow and transform? Do you want to work with innovative technology, alongside talented professionals who share your passion for excellence? Look no further – hammerjack has the perfect opportunity for you Role AU Senior Accountant Location Remote About Us At hammerjack, we bring together skilled professionals from the Philippines with businesses worldwide, leveraging expert operations and the latest technology to create connections that empower our community. Our mission is to improve lives by fostering meaningful professional relationships and driving success on a global scale. Our Impact We have built workplaces that empower employees to thrive, contributing in meaningful ways to the success and culture of companies around the globe. With our focus on professional services and a people‑first culture, hammerjack has become a trusted partner for businesses and professionals alike, humanizing the outsourcing industry one connection at a time. JOB OVERVIEW Responsible for handling fundamental and core aspects of clients’ financial recordkeeping and may assist the financial control team in financial service delivery by taking on advanced tasks provided by the Accounting Manager. The Senior Accountant may be assigned to help manage a team, performing process compliance reviews and systematic and scheduled checks of the accuracy of work being done by other team members, i.e., Junior and Intermediate Accountants. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Customer Receipting Record customer payments Prepare aged Receivables on demand for clients Supplier Payments and Expenses Collect supplier invoices into weekly/fortnightly/monthly payment runs, streamlining payment processes wherever possible Ensure all supplier bills are appropriately authorised for payment, and process payments when authorised Record supplier payments and office expenses in accounting software, coding to the appropriate accounts Reconciliations of Bank Accounts Reconcile all bank accounts on a weekly basis Reconcile all bank accounts to the last day of the month each month Reconcile all loan accounts at least a quarterly basis Processing of Payroll Maintain confidential records for all employees Process employee pays, prepare ABA files for clients to process within internet banking Distribute pay advice to employees via email, ensuring all email addresses are correct Track employees' leave accruals Reconcile monthly/quarterly PAYG Reconcile and make quarterly superannuation payments Reconcile and prepare payment summaries at the end of the year Process end-of-year payroll and lodge with the Australian Taxation Office Individual Tax Returns Review, collate and summarise client data Prepare detailed Income Tax Return workpapers to assist in ATO compliance and the manager review process Identify missing information required from the client to complete return Preparation of Annual Individual Income Tax Returns for review by the Manager Financial Statements & Company/Trust Tax Returns Review, collate and summarise client data Identify missing information required from the client to complete financial and tax returns Prepare detailed workpapers to assist in ATO compliance and the manager review process, including but not limited to: Bank Reconciliations Fixed Assets Reconciliations Hire Purchase (Asset Finance) Reconciliation Loan Reconciliations GST and Other Taxes Reconciliation Payroll Reconciliation Make any adjusting journals required to finalise year end (Trust Distributions, Deferred Revenue, Provisions for Employee Leave Entitlements, Interest in Hire Purchases, etc.) Preparation of Financial Statements with Tax Reconciliation and relevant Tax Return(s) Ad hoc Tasks Any task deemed necessary by the Account Manager or Service Delivery Manager involving client management QUALIFICATIONS Education Graduate of Finance, Accounting, or business-related degrees CPA is preferred but is not required Product Knowledge At least 5 years of AU Accounting experience At least 1 year of AU Tax Accounting experience System and Application Knowledge Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Knowledge and familiarity with accounting tools such as Xero, MYOB and Pronto are preferred Has the ability and willingness to learn new systems and tools, as needed Quality Works within the hammerjack and client quality guidelines Ensures the quality of work being delivered without being supervised Communication Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Has the ability to connect with the team What's in It for You Flexibility : Work hybrid (remotely and from one of our inspiring offices) and enjoy a better work‑life balance Inspiring Workspaces : Our offices are strategically located and designed to fuel your best work. Free Unlimited Barista Coffee and Booze : Enjoy refreshments from our cafe and beverage bar. Dynamic Open Spaces : Conducive for productivity and creativity. State‑of‑the‑Art Security : Ensuring your safety and peace of mind. Game Rooms : Take a break and unwind with our recreational facilities. Competitive Compensation : Your talents deserve to be rewarded We help you negotiate with our clients. Professional Growth : Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential. A Supportive Community : Join a diverse and inclusive team that's dedicated to your success. Global Impact : Be part of something bigger and make a difference on a global scale. Ready to Make a Difference? If you're ready to join a dynamic team and be part of something truly special, we want to hear from you Apply directly on this job ad, and let's forge a brighter future together hammerjack is an equal‑opportunity employer. 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